Download FATBOX GPRSV2 User Manual

 AMPLIFIED
ENGINEERING
FATBOX GPRSV2 MANUAL
VERSION 2.1
Amplified Engineering Pty Ltd
No. 5 Turner Ave, Unit 1
Bentley Technology Park
Bentley, Western Australia 6102
AUSTRALIA
THE FATBOX GPRSV2 MANUAL
CONTENTS
Our motto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
7. Working the Web Console
What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Important Safety Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
7.1.1
Services Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17
1. Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
7.1.2
Application Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.1.3
Ethernet Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2. System Requirements
7.1 System Parameters
2.1 Power Supply Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
7.1.4
Serial Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.2 Cellular Data Network Provider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
7.1.5
Timer Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.3 Ethernet Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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7.1.6
Timer Up Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.4 Serial Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
7.1.7
Reboot Redial Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3. FATBOX Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10
7.1.8
Advanced Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4. FATBOX Dimensions and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
7.2 Network Configuration
5. Hooking Up the FATBOX to Devices
7.2.1
NAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2.2
Ifconfig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1 Ethernet Devices Settings
24
5.1.1 Using the DHCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.2.3
Static Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.2 Setting Hosts manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
7.2.4
AutoPing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26
5.2 Serial Device Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15
7.2.5
DHCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26
7.2.6 Backup Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6. Logging in & Saving Changes (via the Web Console)
6.1 Logging In to the FATBOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7.2.7
DDNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28
6.2 Saving Changes Made . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
7.2.8
NTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28
COLOR LEGEND
7.2.9 PPTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29
7.2.10 L2TP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.2.11 IPSEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31
7.2.12 SNMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32
normal text
7.3 Security Configure
7.2.9 Iptable In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33
7.2.10 Iptable Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.2.9 Iptable Script . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34
7.2.10 SIM Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
This manual is color-coded for your ease of reference.
actions
product specs
7.4 System Manage
7.4.1
System Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36
7.4.2
User Manage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37
7.4.3
Device Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37
windows commands
web console headers
8. Connecting via TELNET - Settings & Configurations
8.1
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
8.2
Cellular Operator Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9. Configurations via the Serial Port
9.1
Logging in via the Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39
9.2
Serial Console Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39
9.3
Reverting to Factory Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
10. Contacting Us at Amplified Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
42
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Thank you for purchasing the FATBOX GPRSV2 cellular router. Inside your FATBOX packaging, you will find:
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1 X FATBOXTM GPRSV2 Router
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1 X Tuned GSM antenna
(with 2M wire) to SMA
Connector
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1 X Yellow CAT5 LAN cable
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1 X Serial diagnostics cable
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1 X regulated power supply unit
(100-240VAC 50/60 Hz
to 12VDC 1 Amp)
IN THE BOX
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w IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
All specialist electronic devices must be operated with due
care to avoid damage or injuries and should be installed and
operated by a trained personnel.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT IN ENVIRONMENTS
CONTAINING POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE GASES OR LIQUIDS,
EXAMPLE, GAS STATIONS AND CHEMICAL PLANTS AND
EXPLOSIVE STORES.
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1. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
The FATBOX GPRSV2 model CRGV2 integrates a robust Motorola G24 series module and a powerful ARM7 processor.
Its rugged industrial design is fit for demanding remote and mobile data connectivity applications.
Wireless Cellular Interface
Operating System
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GPRS Class 10 for maximum 85.6kbps downlink
Quad Band GSM 850/900/1800/1900
SMS and CSD 14.4kbps supported
Dual SIM with PPP connection failure auto-switching
with SIM1 priority mode
Motorola G24 Wireless module integrated
SIM PIN for SIM card security
Reboot on SIM Failure
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LINUX OS on ARM7 microprocessor
Kernel and Firmware update over LAN or Serial
Other Features
LAN Interface
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RS232 Serial Interface
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10/100BaseT Ethernet port
DHCP server on default
To operate as serial modem
(e.g. for SMS, CSD)
For TCP/UDP transparent transport mode
As a back-up route
(e.g. a PSTN modem)
Power and Operating Conditions
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Power: 5 – 30VDC (200mA~150mA @12VDC)
Operating Temperature: -10°C to +65°C
Physical dimensions: 130mm x 92mm x 25mm
Weight: 420gm
· Wake on LAN/Serial data
· Wake on Incoming call
· Connect on Serial burst detected
· SSHv2 for secure remote management
· SNMPv1 for Network Management Systems
· Supports VPN [IPSEC (PSK), PPTP and L2TP]
·DDNS
· DMZ & NAT
· IP Firewall
· CHAP and/or PAP authentication
· Configurable PPP keep alive function
· Configurable ON/OFF Timer
· Backup route using serial to external modem
In the Box
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FATBOX GPRSV2 Router
GSM antenna (with 2 meter wire to SMA Connector)
CAT5 LAN cable
RS232 Serial cable
Regulated power supply unit (100-240VAC, 50/60Hz to
12VDC 1 Amp)
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2. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
2.1 Power Supply Details
The power requirements for the FATBOX GPRSV2 are as follows:
Supply
5 – 30VDC regulated power supply recommended (e.g. 12VDC @ 1A)
Consumption
100 ~ 150mA @ 12 VDC (Cellular network not connected)
200 ~ 250mA @ 12VDC (Cellular network connected and transmitting)
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Inadequate current or dips in voltage may cause the device to fail to connect to data services even if the LEDs are lighted up.
Supply over 30 VDC will damage the device.
2.2 Cellular Data Network Provider
The FATBOX GPRSV2 operates in any GSM network (850/900/1800/1900) and provides data connection via GPRS MS Class 10.
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w Please ensure that the SIM card to be used has PIN disable and GPRS data plans enabled. You will need to check with your
Network Operator for configuration information like APN, dial-number, username and password.
2. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
2.3 Ethernet Devices
In the factory default, the FATBOX is configured as a Gateway with an IP address of 192.168.1.1 and a Subnet of 255.255.255.0.
You can either let the inbuilt DHCP server assign IP addresses to connected devices automatically (by default) or configure the
attached hosts with fixed IP addresses. See Section 7.1.3 on page 20 for more information on how to do this.
2.4 Serial Devices
In the factory default, the FATBOX’s serial port is designated as a serial terminal console that continuously sends a debug log.
This helps to ease device troubleshooting.
But the serial port can also be configured to function as a serial modem, back up route or a TCP/UDP transparent transport
channel. See section 7.1.4 on page 21 for information on how to do this.
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3. FATBOX HARDWARE FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
(I) LED Indicators
The FATBOX GPRSV2’s LEDs are useful indicators of the unit’s current operating status and should
be used for initial setup and troubleshooting of the router.
LED
Indication of
LED Status
Router Status
PWR
Power Supply
LED ON Power is supplied to router
RUN
Operation
Blinking at 1Hz
Operating Fine
NET
Ethernet Connection
Steady GREEN
Successful GSM Network Connection
No Light/Slow Blink
Unsuccessful GSM Network Connection
PPP
PPP Connection Steady GREEN
Successful PPP
Connection
RX/TX Serial Activity
LightedIndicates Serial Port
RX and TX activity
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(II) Antenna
The supported antenna is a 50W SMA Male. This antenna must be designed for the network
frequency that the device is operating in.
For areas with weak signals, a high gain antenna (e.g. 6dBi) may be used.
Please contact [email protected] or a reseller partner if you need to purchase a specialized antenna such as a high gain or outdoor antenna.
Note: The performances of the device is very much affected by the signal strength of the network
operator.
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(IV) SIM Card (or USIM)
The SIM card to be used is the ‘mini’ USIM type of ISO/IEC 7810:2003, ID-000 standard, i.e. 25 X 15mm. Push gently the yellow button to eject SIM
carrier. SIM card should be inserted into the carrier as indicated.
The FATBOX GPRSV2 supports DUAL SIM for redundancy in critical applications. You will need 2 data SIMs from different operators - the router will
switch from one SIM to the other upon failure to reconnect to the GPRS service. The number of retires and the wait period for each retry can be user
configured. See Section 7.1.5 - Timer Configure on page 22 to do this.
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NEVER remove or insert SIM card when device has PWR switched in “ON” position. Damage caused to device or SIM in such case will not be
warranted.
(III) Power Source (DC)
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(V) Serial Ports (SERIAL)
If you are providing your own power source, please ensure it adheres to the following specifications:
Power Connector:
Female 5.5mm X 2.1mm plug is required
(+VE TIP)
A 12VDC with 1A rated regulated power supply is recommended for maximum power efficiency.
The serial port is useful for the
manipulations of FATBOX units
remotely. The port may also be used
as a serial modem, the configuration
to set the FATBOX as a serial modem is
on page 21, section 7.1.4.
(VI) Ethernet Ports
The FATBOX has a 10/100BaseT Ethernet port. Use high quality (or the included) CAT5 straight cable to connect your Ethernet device to your FATBOX.
Note: The maximum Ethernet cable length is 100 meters.
4. FATBOX DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATIONS FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
The case of the FATBOX is made with sheet steel that provides sturdy protection for the electronics and serves as an EMR Shield at the
same time. The removable “L” mounting plates should be used to mount the router to a secure structure or a mounting plate within
an electronic enclosure.
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Installation Orientation: For most efficient cooling, the router should be mounted vertically with the antenna-side facing up to
allow for natural convection.
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Antennas must be mounted external of any shielded metal enclosure and secured to a large metal plane for best
performance. A good example is the middle of a vehicle’s metal roof.
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Vibration – in conditions where strong vibrations are expected (for example in locomotives) the FATBOX should be mounted
with a vibration dampening material in between the box and the mounting surface. This isolation helps to dampen the
transmission of shocks that may otherwise damage the device over time.
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5. HOOKING UP THE FATBOX TO DEVICES
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
5.1 Ethernet Device Settings
5.1.1
Using the DHCP to deploy addresses automatically
The FATBOX’s DHCP server is enabled
by default and its IP address is
192.168.1.1
For your initial setup, we suggest
setting your computer’s LAN Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) to automatic. Do
this by going to: Control Panel>
Network and Sharing Center>
LAN Configure> TCP/IP (IPv4) u
Properties v> Obtain IP address
automatically w.
5.1.2
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u
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Setting host addresses manually
Alternatively, you may choose to manually
configure your device so it has a fixed local
IP address. Input the IP address following this
format.
IP address
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Subnet Mask
Usually automatically set to 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway
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Preferred and
Alternate DNS
Server
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1. The host ID XXX should be a number between 2 to 254 and should not be duplicated within the same local network.
192.168.1.XXX1
192.168.1.1
Obtain DNS server addresses automatically or Choose your
own DNS Servers
5. HOOKING UP THE FATBOX TO DEVICES
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
5.2 Serial Device Settings
If you are connecting a serial device to the FATBOX for Serial Log Monitoring, Serial DTU (Transparent Transport) or Serial Modem, you will need
to set the device’s serial port to the following setting to initiate a connection.
Baud Rate
115200 bps
Data Bits
8 Data Bits
Stop Bits
1 Stop Bit
Parity Check
No Parity Bit (None)
Flow Control
No Flow Control (None)
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6. LOGGING IN AND SAVING CHANGES IN THE WEB-CONSOLE
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
6.1 Logging in to the FATBOX GPRSV2
Connect your computer to port LAN on the FATBOX with the Ethernet CAT5 cable provided. Wait a few moments for your computer to register the device then open your web browser and type in “192.168.1.1” into the URL tab.
Enter as following in the LOGIN page:
USERNAME: admin
PASSWORD: 12345
You may change the username and password from within the console.
The DHCP server is activated by default. It will assign a local IP address of 192.168.1.2.
6.2 Saving Parameter Changes
After the making changes to your FATBOX’s configuration, you have to go to System Manage > System Tools and Save the parameter changes to Flash and RESET as following.
Choose “Save Parameters to Flash” j and click on SET k.
j
Then you may reset the system by choosing “Reset System” l and then click “SET” k. Alternatively you may choose to reset by unplugging the power cord for a few seconds. The new settings will be in place when the B.A.S.E reboots.
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w IMPORTANT: Please wait till the message “Parameters Save Success” is displayed before resetting the FATBOX. A premature reset may corrupt the unit’s configuration. If this happens you will need to use the serial console to load the k
default settings to the box. (See section 9.3 on page 40 to do this.)
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE B.A.S.E manual 2.1
Welcome to the FATBOX Web-Console menu. If you are already logged in, the following segment will run you through the various settings and
configurations you can make through your web browser. Please ensure that you have covered segment 6.2 on saving parameter changes before you
continue. The web console is recommended for users who prefer having an intuitive interface to manage their routers.
7.1 System Parameters
The FATBOX GPRSV2 is smartly designed so that a single product may be deployed in a variety of ways around your network in a cost effective
manner. Section 7.1 covers how to set up the unit to the way that you’ll like to use it.
7.1.1
Services Configuration
To begin connecting to a cellular data network you will need to set up the Services Configuration menu found in System Parameters.
Note that much of the information required here would have to come from your cellular operator.
Ask service provider. It’s something like “telstra.internet” or “tmobile”.
Ask service provider. Usually it is “*99#” or “*99***1#”.
Ask service provider.
Enable DUAL SIM redundancy.
If SIM 2 is enabled, user can choose to enable “SIM 1 Primary Connection’. This will configure the FATBOX to check SIM 1’s network availability periodically whilst it is connected to SIM 2. The FATBOX will disconnect the current connection to check
SIM 1’s network status. If that test fails, the FATBOX will reconnect back to SIM 2 until the next “Checking Period” elapses.
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If you want the FATBOX to be always on operation click the “SET” button to confirm the settings now. Otherwise continue to
configure the following section.
Check Data Trigger if you want the FATBOX to
only go online when there is incoming serial
data or if it receives a Wake Up call.
Check “RING” to allow incoming call to Wake
Up unit for PPP reconnection.
Check “CALLER ID WHEN WAKE ” if you want
authentication against the caller’s number (Set
in Section 7.1.8 - Advanced Parameters)
Check to disconnect PPP and Sleep when the
Ethernet port is idle longer than the “Wait
Time” set. This saves costs for users with
infrequent data transmissions on metered
data plans.
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.1.2
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
Application Configure
Application Configure configures the mode of the GPRSV2 router. Sets the device name.
Sets up the FATBOX GPRSV2 to one of the
following modes:
- Gateway (Point to Multipoint)
- Peer to Peer
- TCP Transparent Transport
- UDP Transparent Transport
- Reserve
- Modem (via Serial Port)
To configure as Client or Server.
Checking activates the router function.
Checking activates the NAT function.
See section 7.2.1 on pg. 24 for more on
Network Address Translating with the GPRSV2.
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Indicate the port number for the local router
for the device.
Indicate the settings for the opposite peer when you are configuring for Peer-to-Peer,
TCP or UDP Transparent Transport modes.
The local IP assigned to the router after registration to a data network.
The remote IP assigned to the router after registration to a data network.
The Primary DNS address assigned to the router after registration to a data network
The Secondary DNS address assigned to the router after registration to a data network
7.1.3
Ethernet Configure
In most cases the Ethernet configuration
(gateway and DNS servers) will be automatically
assigned when network registration is completed.
However you may choose to manually configure
the settings via this menu.
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.1.4
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
Serial Configure
The serial port may be used for one of three operations
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By default, as a “COM” port for making configurations, to do flash uploading or for the unit
to run as a lite data logger
As a Transparent TCP or UDP port (e.g. a DTU) in “COM” mode - See
also Section 7.1.8, Output Debug Info on Serial Port.
As a “MODEM” Serial Port (e.g. for Dial Up networking or for Sending/Receiving SMS) The factory default settings.
This condition sets the buffer size (30KB in this case). If the
size of the data received by the Serial Port is more than this
value, the data will be sent out
30000
1000
600000
This condition sets the time limit between the reception of bytes before the FATBOX sends the data out the socket. In the given example, if no new data is received after the interval of 1 second, the data will be sent out.
This condition sets a regular interval for the FATBOX to send
out the data received. If neither of the above-mentioned conditions
occur, the FATBOX will be receiving data all the time but will only
send this data out once that value set here has been reached (in
this case 10 minutes).
These 3 types of serial parameters control the transfer conditions of serial port. If any one of these 3 conditions
happens, the data received from serial port will be sent out to socket.
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.1.5
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
Timer Configure
Here you can set the router to automatically reconnect PPP sessions or reboot.
Configures the dwell time between ‘Retry-to-Connect’
PPP sessions with Data Service Provider. Configure
between 10 to 15 seconds.
Configures the number of times the FATBOX tries to
connect PPP sessions with the Data Service Provider
before it reboots. Set between “1~60” times or “0” for
infinite retries without rebooting (default).
The other settings in this segment are for specific network operations and we do not advise the normal user to make any
modifications there.
7.1.6
Timer Up-Down
If the GPRS or NTP time sync2 is reliable upon power up, the FATBOX can be programmed to have specific PPP connection and
disconnection times each day.
Check to Enable,
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2. See Section 7.2.8 on page 28 for NTP
Enter [Hour : Minute : Second] to set PPP
reconnection time for each day.
Enter [Hour : Minute : Second] to set PPP disconnection time for each day.
7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.1.7
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
Reboot Redial Conditions
This is a custom application specific function. Please contact [email protected] for advanced user application support.
7.1.8
Advanced Parameters
You can use this menu to configure some of the specific parameters outlined below.
Web Manage System Port: By default it is set to 80. You may change
it to improve security if the router is on a public IP network.
PPP authentication mode: Please ask Network Service Provider or
else leave as it is. It can be configured to “PAP Only”, “CHAP Only” or “CHAP first and then PAP” (default).
Control Host IP address: Registers the IP address of the host that
controls the PPP connection.
Console Phone Number: Configures the Caller ID to authenticate
incoming calls for the “Remote Wake Up Manner: RING” (See
Services Configuration, Section 7.1.1). Output Debug Info on Serial Port: The default Serial Setting
[115200/8/1/NoneParity/NoneFlowControl] is configured to “0”
(i.e. Serial Port Debug Mode). If the router’s serial port is used for
data transmission (e.g. TCP Serial Mode), this box must be unchecked
Advanced troubleshooting of PPTP/IPSEC and DYNDNS registration
settings can be configured via Serial Console mode only.
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.2
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
Network Configuration
7.2.1
NAT
For flexible LAN setups, FATBOX supports both DMZ and NAT (Network Address Translation) configurations.
Check to enable DMZ to a specific host
Enter DMZ host address that will be exposed to the public network
\ DMZ must be DISABLED in order to allow Port Forwarding (NAT)
Choose an appropriate protocol (TCP or UDP).
Enter in the Source port as well as the
destination address and port.
Adds a new port forwarding function
Deletes a selected port forwarding function
In the cited example, if a public IP (whether static or resolved by DDNS) of 222.222.222.222 is assigned by the network service
provider, then pointing a remote application to 222.222.222.222:88 will connect it to local device 192.168.1.2’s port number 80
(web server).
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.2.2
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
IfConfig
The router can be accessed through an additional IP address via its LAN port if IfConfig is set up.
Check to enable Ifconfig
7.2.3
Static Route
If you are set up for PPTP or IPSEC VPN,
it is a typical requirement to configure
your Static Route table to route VPN
address packets via the VPN gateway
and interface instead of an unsecured
cellular gateway.
You can view the system route table via
telnet by using cmd “route”.
Adds a an additional alias and IP address
Deletes a selected alias and IP address
In the example given, Ethernet Alias is formatted
as “eth0:xxx” to give an additional interface to access the router.
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.2.4
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
Auto PING
The Auto PING function reboots the FATBOX after the maximum number of PING failure from the target server IP. This is useful
as in many cases the reboot frees a ‘locked’ PPP session.
7.2.5
Enables Auto PING function
Target server’s external IP address
FATBOX reboots after this number of PING response failures from the target server
DHCP
By default the inbuilt DHCP server automatically
assigns IP addresses to the connected devices.
In the factory default, the DNS addresses are configured to point to OpenDNS server addresses.
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
7.2.6
Backup Routing (Serial Port)
Note that the PPP retry must not be set to “0” (infinite retry no reboot) or else the FATBOX will not switch over to connecting
the backup route.
The FATBOX GPRSV2 can be configured to switch data connection from the cellular to the serial port modem (e.g. a PSTN or a
Satellite SBD modem) in situations where redundancy is required.
Check to enable back up function.
Enter dial up networking number.
Enter Username and Password for dial up service.
Enables custom scripting for modems.
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7. WORKING WITH THE WEB CONSOLE 7.2.7
FATBOX GPRSV2 manual 2.1
DDNS (Dynamic DNS)
In many cellular data networks, the provisioning of static and public IP is a difficult and often expensive exercise. If public IP is
available, FATBOX can be configure to register its assigned remote public IP address to a DDNS service provider (e.g dyndns.org) so
that its session’s temporary IP can be resolved by a unique domain name.
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Troubleshooting: Serial connection is required to access
the serial console (See section 9). Enter “set advanced”
and configure the DDNS debug information setting.
When DDNS (and PPTP) serial debug mode is ON, the
serial terminal must be connected to enable sessions to
be completed.
7.2.8
NTP
NTP (Network Time Protocol) is
a protocol to synchronize the
clocks of computers over a network.
The FATBOX router can update its
internal clock upon power up and
connection to the Internet. This clock
can be used to control the router’s PPP
connection and disconnection and is also
used for some VPN protocols.
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After troubleshooting is completed, please disable the debug to allow the FATBOX to operate without a serial device attached.
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PPTP
Please configure PPTP settings to match your PPTP VPN server settings. In some cases you will also need to configure the
router’s Static Route (see section 7.2.3) to enable proper routing of VPN traffic via the PPTP tunnel.
Check to enable PPTP tunneling
Enter the PPTP server that the router will connect to (E.g 222.222.222.222)
Enter the Username and Password for the PPTP authentication
Enable MPPE encryption (Check with PPTP VPN server)
Enter the IP Address of the subnet on the server side (E.g. 100.168.1.0)
Note: You should use different subnets on the
Server and Client side.
Enter the Subnet Mask on the server side
(E.g. 255.255.255.0)
Check to assign VPN IP address to both client and server sides of the PPTP. The PPTP server should also be configured with this option also. If unsure leave unchecked to let the PPTP
server auto assign.
Enter the Client side IP address of the PPTP
Enter the Server side IP address of the PPTP
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7.2.10 L2TP
FATBOX can support L2TP tunneling either as a Client or a Server.
Check to enable L2TP tunneling
Select FATBOX as a L2TP Client or Server
Enter the IP Address of the L2TP Server (FATBOX as a
L2TP Client)
Enter the IP addresses that the FATBOX will assign to
L2TP Clients (FATBOX as L2TP Server)
Enter the Username for L2TP tunnel authentication
Enter the Password for L2TP tunnel authentication
Enter the L2TP server side subnet IP Address L2TP tunnel
Enter the L2TP server side subnet mask
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7.2.11 IPSEC Tunnel
FATBOX supports IPSEC (PSK) tunnels to an
IPSEC VPN Server configured to the following
settings.
Using IKE
Exchange Mode: Main Mode
Remote Identity Type: IP Address
Using Pre-Shared Keys (PSK)
Encryption Algorithm: MD5
Configurable MTU, SA and IKE Lifetime
Enable/Disable PFS
The configuration and deployment of IPSEC is exact and expected to be configured by expert networking engineers with working knowledge of their IPSEC VPN servers at their back-office. Please contact [email protected] for further information.
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7.2.12 SNMP Parameter Configure
The FATBOX supports SNMP v1 to allow Network Management Systems (NSM) to monitor system parameters and also receive TRAP
messages periodically from the FATBOX.
TRAP message sends the following information,
- Device Name (ID), Device type, Device firmware version
- Signal strength (static on GPRS version and real-time on EDGE version)
- Up Time (Epoch time ticks)
- Attached cell ID
- Attached network type
- Assigned IP address
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Security Configure
FATBOX supports Iptable input and
output table configuration. Iptable
scripting is also supported.
7.3.1
Iptable In
Incoming to Firewall
For packets generated by remote
server and going into the FATBOX
router
7.3.2 Iptable Out
Outgoing from Firewall
For packets generated locally and
going out of the FATBOX router
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Iptable Script
Enable Iptable Scripting
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7.3.4
SIM LOCK Configure
For network requiring SIM PIN, please enable and configure SIM Lock code very carefully. Usually, after 3 unsuccessful SIM PIN tries, the SIM will be locked and can only be unlocked by the operator.
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System Manage
7.4.1
Systems Tools
In this section are the system management tools for flash, kernel, parameters management and also the configuration of
username and password to access the router. You can also find useful information about the cellular signal strength and basic
connection of the device under the Device Status tag.
Check and Click “SET” to write the
changes to the FATBOX’s flash.
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Do not reboot/power-down
the device until the writing process
is acknowledged as completed (i.e
‘Parameter Save Success’).
(In order to run in an ETH-attached
computer you will require a TFTP
program such as tftpd32.) Check
“Download Parameter” to save
FATBOX Configuration parameters
to a text file (e.g. parafile). You
can then modify the file with a
text editor and upload back to
the FATBOX using the “Upload
Parameter” feature. You will be
required to indicate the computer’s
IP address and the parameter file
name. When you are done, save
the parameter to flash and reset
the router.
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Allows uploading of the FATBOX
parameters to Factory Default.
Note that if the flash is corrupted,
access to the Web Console may
not be possible and the Factory
Default will have to be load via the
Serial Console. (See section 9.3)
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DO NOT EXECUTE unless
under guidance of an Amplified
Engineering technical support
staff as the device’s flash kernel or
firmware could be corrupted if not
done correctly.
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User Manage
You may change the FATBOX’s log in page’s
Username and Password settings for better
security. To revert back to factory default
see section 9.3 on page 40.
7.4.3
Device Status
This page provides real time update of the router’s operation and network status, e.g. network signal strength and status,
assigned IP addresses and VPN status.
The table below will be able to give you some helpful tips regarding the level of Signal Strength
Quality of Signal
Levels Description
Marginal -95dBm or lower. At these sort of levels, it is very likely that you may suffer low throughput and disconnects due to cell loading/breathing
even with an outdoor antenna.
Workable under
most conditions
-85dBm to -95dBm. Probably worth considering an outdoor gain type antenna. Could
suffer poor throughput and disconnects due to cell loading/breathing.
Good -75dBm to -85dBm Normally no problem holding a connection with this sort of level (even with cell breathing) without the use of an external antenna.
Excellent Above -75dBm Should not be affected by cell breathing/loading and should not require an external antenna.
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8. CONFIGURATIONS VIA TELNET
In the case that your browser is unable to connect to the FATBOX, you can still configure the device via TELNET.
\ You must be able to ‘ping’ the device in order to TELNET.
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Logging In
Open a new command prompt session (Windows START>Run> Type “cmd” <Enter>).
Enter “telnet 192.168.1.1” and the screen on the left will be shown. Log in by entering User Name and Password.
Enter “cfg” and complete the log in within 10 seconds (The default Username is “admin” and password is “12345”).
Enter “set msc” at the “DTU>” prompt.
Enter the parameters provided by your cellular operator.
Enter “sa” to save changes to the router’s Flash memory.
You can now reboot the box by entering “reset” or by switching off its power for a few seconds.
for saved changes is displayed before resetting the FATBOX.
A premature reset may corrupt the unit’s configuration. If this happens you will need to use the serial console to load the default settings to the box. (See section 9.3.3 to do this.)
Configuring Cellular Operator Settings
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Logging in via the Serial Port
If the FATBOX’s firmware or parameters are corrupted, there is the possibility that the FATBOX may not respond to ‘ping’, TELNET or the web
browser. You will need to access the box via its serial port to return the parameters in flash to the factory default.
Set the computer’s serial port to the following configuration via a
HyperTerminal program (refer to settings on page 15).
Once you are connected, keep the ‘SPACE’ key pressed while
switching ON the FATBOX.
When prompted, please enter the username and password. If
you have not changed the Log in settings the default username
and password are as following.
USERNAME:
PASSWORD: 9.2
admin
12345
Serial Console Commands
All configuration commands are available via the Serial Console.
As this mode is to be used by network professionals, this manual
will not cover the usages of other commands.
To see a list of available commands type “?”.
To display all settings and useful information
for troubleshooting type “show all”.
The Serial console configuration is for advanced users.
Please email [email protected] for technical assistance.
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9.3
Revert to Factory Default
There are 3 ways to revert the FATBOX back to factory default settings (e.g. to setup for new project or when username/password is forgotten).
Method 1:
Method 2: Enter the device IMEI number via TELNET console as the ‘Username’ with password as ‘X’. IMEI number can be found on the printed sticker on the bottom of the FATBOX.
Do a “load default” from serial/TELNET console or via the web console
If your are able to access the FATBOX’s web configuration pages, please got to section 7.4.1 to “Load Default Parameter” via the System Tools menu.
The FATBOX’s Flash memory may have been corrupted if the box was powered down before it had completed saving changes. As the result the DHCP function may not work and the user would not be able to access the router via the web browser or by TELNET.
To revert theFATBOX to factory default via the serial port,
complete the log in process described in section 9.1
After you are logged in enter the following commands
1. Enter “load def” to load default
2. Enter “sa” to save the changes to Flash
3. Wait for the acknowledgement to complete before
rebooting the FATBOX GPRSV2.
Method 3: Enter “AMPLIFIED” via Serial Console as the ‘Username’.
The above is designed to allow only persons physically handling the FATBOX to revert the unit back to factory
default without the valid username/password combination.
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10.CONTACTING US AT AMPLIFIED ENGINEERING
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Your first call for support should be your local FATBOX solutions partner. If that fails to solve your problems or answer your queries,
please contact us via [email protected] and we will get back to you latest the next business day.
Amplified Engineering Pty Ltd
No. 5 Turner Ave, Unit 1
Bentley Technology Park
Bentley, Western Australia 6102
AUSTRALIA
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